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Welcome to Mom’s the Word! We know you’re busy, so we’ve distilled this week’s top headlines in motherhood into this quick recap. Here’s all the news you need to know now: Pregnant with a baby girl? This recent study may give you a reason to do things that'll help you relax. But don't stress out too much about these findings because, well...that sort of defeats the purpose, doesn't it? This woman decided to have a baby at 58. Our take on this? Good for you, Mama! Unfortunately, not everyone saw...

In a lot of ways, work from home moms have the best of both worlds — but that doesn't mean they have it easy.Between juggling work responsibilities, squeezing in household maintenance, and caring for their kids, work from home moms manage to pull off some serious juggling acts. But while it's certainly a challenging setup, it's also a pretty sweet one —and if you take cues from these work-from-home moms, you just may find the perfect arrangement for your family.The moms shared their top tips for balancing motherhood and career...all...

Here's a #MomLife moment most toddler mamas can relate to: You're halfway out the door when a full-on tantrum erupts. You're about to be late for that big meeting, but your little one just will not let go of your leg (cue the drool running down the leg of your pants. Lovely.). Welcome to the world of toddler separation anxiety!This can be a tough thing for parents to deal with — but if you're experiencing it now, know this: It's a common issue (you can't fault your toddler for wanting...

Let's be honest, there’s really no way to totally shut off the pain of going through a miscarriage. It’s a physical and emotional ordeal that’s far heavier than anyone would guess – and the isolation that sets in when you feel like no one seems to grasp what you’re going through can only add to that. That’s why self-care is so crucial in the wake of a miscarriage: Taking some time to nurture your mental, emotional, and physical well-being can help you heal. Every woman’s approach to post-miscarriage self-care will...

Welcome to Mom's the Word! We know you're busy, so we've distilled this week's top headlines in motherhood into this quick recap. Here's all the news you need to know now: This Texas mama had the most hilarious reaction when someone dared to tell her to 'cover up' while nursing her little. Score one for public breastfeeding! Khloé Kardashian just got really real about early motherhood — more specifically, about the unwarranted comments people make towards moms. And honestly? We're so on board with her thoughts on everything from commenting...

If you're an expectant parent, chances are you have a laundry list of baby-raising fears (it's totally normal, we promise!) — and if you're like most people, figuring out how to bathe a newborn baby is on that list.But according to Dr. Payal Adhikari, it doesn't have to be. “It’s a pretty simple and straightforward process,' Dr. Adhikari, who is a pediatrician, assured us. Will it be a little intimidating the first few times you do it? Sure, but it's important to remember that if you take the right precautions,...

When it comes to feeding your baby, there's no perfect system. While you may set goals for yourself — say 'I'll breastfeed exclusively for a year' — sometimes life just gets in the way of your best-laid plans and you have to reevaluate things as they come. And that's fine! Every family is different, and what works for one won't necessarily work for another. Moms face a whole range of experiences, and that's why we decided to speak with mamas who shared information about their own baby feeding journeys. They...

Our guest today has had such an interesting path, even before she became a venture capitalist with startup clients like Dollar Shave Club, Bonobos, and Planet Metromile in her portfolio. Renata Quintini was born and raised in Brazil and began her professional career there as an attorney representing future capital clients who were backing Brazilian startups. Today, Renata is a partner of Lux Capital, a New York-based venture capital firm focused on deep tech investing. The firm invests in ambitious startups that aim to help us not only live longer,...

Hilary Duff — who is expecting baby number two — recently admitted she was 'so nervous' her second child would be a baby boy (she's already mama to a six-year-old son, Luca). You can probably guess what happened next (hint: The actress found herself under fire via Internet comments for having a gender preference). Hilary was thrilled to learn her second child would be a girl, but not all of us have that experience. More recently, Khloé Kardashian admitted she had wished for a baby boy — but that upon...

If you live a car-free life, finding out you're having a baby may make you question things. As if the 'do we need a bigger house?' moments weren't enough, there's also the issue of deciding whether or not to trade your high Fitbit step count in for some serious gas mileage.On the one hand, you probably love how unencumbered you feel without a car to worry about — not to mention how easy it is to travel via foot, public transportation and ride-sharing apps.But on the other hand, you've likely...